What effect would a refusal on the part of the seafarer to comply with his medical treatment have on his claim for disability benefits?
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Extent of Disability vs. Determination of Fitness for Sea Duty
The Supreme Court clarified the 120/240 day rule with regard to the extent of the disability of the seafarer as against the company-designated physician’s duty to issue a final medical assessment.
The Party Who Secures the Opinion of a Third Doctor
In case the doctor appointed by the seafarer disagrees with the assessment of the company-designated physician, who has the duty to secure the opinion of a third doctor?
No Basis to Award Salary Equivalent to 3 Months
Relief for Illegally Dismissed Migrant Workers
My Reliance on the Disputable Presumption of Work-relatedness is Sufficient
In a situation where the seafarer’s illness was disputably presumed to be work-related, is the seafarer no longer required to prove that his illness was caused by (or at least aggravated by) his work?
Seafarer’s Work-related Death During Employment
With regard to the heirs’ recovery of death benefits, should the death of the seafarer be shown to have happened during the term of his employment?
No Objection to Company-designated Physician’s Assessment
Entitlement to disability benefits by seamen on overseas work is a matter governed, not only by medical findings but, by law and by contract.
Seafarer’s Unjustified Refusal to Continue His Medical Treatment
Learn the effect of a seafarer’s unjustified failure to continue with his medical treatment.
Mere Reliance on a Causality Presumption
Proof expected from claimants in compensation proceedings.
